A Surrey farm attraction at the centre of an E.coli outbreak in 2009 will not dispute liability, according to lawyers acting on behalf of the children affected by the incident.

Field Fisher Waterhouse (FFW) is representing 27 children who suffered health issues as a result of exposure to E.coli 0157 at Godstone Farm and Playbarn. A report by the Health Protection Agency - The Griffin Inquiry - revealed that the farm had failed in its handling of the outbreak and the risks associated with the bacteria.

FFW partner Jill Greenfield said: "Godstone Farm's confirmation that they will not contest the claim is a welcome decision for all families involved in the outbreak. "Many of the children now have compromised kidney functioning. We will only know the long-term implications when the children get older."

In a statement, Godstone Farm and Playbarn owner Jackie Flaherty said: "All issues surrounding the e-coli outbreak in 2009 are being handled by the Farm's insurers so I am afraid I cannot comment further on the legal aspects. "However, in the last 15 months the children involved have never been far from our thoughts and prayers, particularly those who spent time in hospital."